From Riviera Maya: Ek Balam & Cenote Tour w/ Lunch & Pickup

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From Riviera Maya: Ek Balam & Cenote Tour w/ Lunch & Pickup
4.625 out of 5 stars
4.6
4.625 out of 5 stars
64 reviews

Discover Ek Balam’s ancient pyramids, swim in the Chichikan Cenote, enjoy Yucatecan cuisine, and explore Uayma’s stunning church on this unforgettable adventure through history, nature, and culture.

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Duration 12 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Riviera Maya locations. You may need to meeting at a designated meeting point if your location is not in the activity provider's charted routes. Please ignore the tour starting time at the title. We provide a specific schedule and/or meeting point for each individual reservation.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Annabel – United Kingdom

It was amazing. Really excellent trip, the guide was really informative. We sort of got off to the wrong start initially where he misunderstood me but after that it was truly excellent and he was. He seemed like maybe he could get prickly when he misunderstands something but otherwise, really good. Really good trip. Good value for money and well done tour. He tried to engage with every tourist.

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Samantha Ysabel – Canada

Great tour and great guide! We were a small Group so we enjoyed that more. We loved being able to climb the ruins, such an experience. Definitely recommend!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    3 pickup location options:

    Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Tulum

  • Bus/coach

    (3 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Ek Balam

    Guided tour (2 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Cenote Chichikan, Valladolid

    Lunch, Guided tour (2 hours)

    Extra fee

  • Bus/coach

    (3 hours)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Playa del Carmen, Riviera Maya, Tulum

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Climb & Discover Ek Balam Archeological Site
  • Enjoy a delectable lunch full of local flavors
  • Cool down with a swim thorugh the crystal-clear waters of the ChichiKan
  • Admire the grace and charm of the unique architecture of Uayma town

Full description

Explore the archeological site with one of the largest buildings in Mesoamerica: Ek Balam. Explore, climb and take pictures at the top of the acropolis to admire its unique architecture and view to the mayan jungle.

A guide will escort you to unveil the enigma of the Mayas that one inhabited the place. Feel free to ask as many questions since our guides are fully certified.

Afterwards, swim in the refreshing waters of Chichikan cenote, a natural water formation. As pure as it can get; relax yourself surrounded by nature. After swimming, let us pamper you with the best of the local cuisine: Typical dishes with more than 20 options to choose from.

To finish your trip, you will have free time to explore the magical town of UAYMA and it´s The unusual church which is widely regarded as one of the most striking in all of Yucatán.

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Covers area from Generations Hotel heading to Tulum City direction)
  • Guided tour at Ek Balam
  • ChichiKan Cenote swimming
  • Life jackets during the cenote swim
  • Lunch and gastronomic demonstration
  • Bottled water throughout the tour
  • Bilingual guide
  • Drinks during lunch
  • Admission, taxes & fees) Foreign Customers: $800 mxn per adult / $300 mxn per child Attraction admissions, lockers and lifejacket rentals OR Mexican Customers with Mexican id : $700 mxn per adult / $100 mxn per child
  • Tips

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Swimwear
  • Towel
  • Cash
  • Passport or ID card, copy accepted

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Drones
  • Tripods
  • Backpacks

Know before you go

  • This tour takes place rain or shine
  • Hotel pickup is available from most centrally-located hotels at Riviera Maya
  • Activity starting time is different than your pickup time. Please disregard Getyourguide´s notifications and attend to the confirmation email sent by us.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 64 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.2/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Annabel – United KingdomSeptember 16, 2024 – Verified booking
It was amazing. Really excellent trip, the guide was really informative. We sort of got off to the wrong start initially where he misunderstood me but after that it was truly excellent and he was. He seemed like maybe he could get prickly when he misunderstands something but otherwise, really good. Really good trip. Good value for money and well done tour. He tried to engage with every tourist.
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Samantha Ysabel – CanadaApril 27, 2024 – Verified booking
Great tour and great guide! We were a small Group so we enjoyed that more. We loved being able to climb the ruins, such an experience. Definitely recommend!
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Nicole – United StatesFebruary 25, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a great trip!! Jesus was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour so fascinating! We learned a ton about the Mayan culture!

Product ID: 435696

Activity provider:EKINOX TOURS

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